Welcome to the race podcast brought to you by FCA Endurance where our goal is to unite, equip, and encourage Christian endurance athletes in their quest to see the world changed for Christ at the local huddle level and across the globe. I’m your Host Andy Peterson and in this episode I have the privilege of interviewing one of the most well known triathletes in the history of the sport - Heather Gollnick.

Heather is a current Spartan athlete and former Professional Triathlete who enjoyed an amazing career on the triathlon world stage for well over a decade. She is a 5x Ironman Champion, 37 time Ironman Finisher, former Age Group National Champion, multi time member of Team USA and winner of over 200 multisport events.

Heather is currently the triathlon coach at Liberty University where she is busy developing Champions for Christ and is also a motivational speaker and one of the foremost authorities on “Mental Training” for sport. Her book TriathleteEQ addresses the fact that endurance sports are as much a test of your emotional endurance ability as they are a test of your physical ability.

Heather has been actively coaching athletes for over 20 years - both in triathlon and OCR. Her vast experience racing as a professional athlete has helped her successfully coach over 100 Ironman athletes to cross the finish line. Heather has gained a wealth of experience racing on an elite level that she loves to share with her athletes.

A native of Milwaukee Wisconsin, Heather is married to Todd and are proud of all three of their children.

• Heather’s Reality Show Trainer Games: https://company.ifit.com/en/newsroom/new-reality-competition-series-trainer-games-starting-january-2026

• Heather’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athlete_heather_gollnick/

• Liberty University: https://libertyclubsports.com/sports/triathlon/roster/coaches/heather-gollnick/924

• Website: https://heathergollnick.us/

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Welcome to the race podcast brought to you by FCA Endurance where our goal is to unite, equip, and encourage Christian endurance athletes in their quest to see the world changed for Christ at the local huddle level and across the globe. I’m your host Andy Peterson and in this episode I have the pleasure of talking with John Pruzina about his roles in various ministries, including serving as a youth pastor in three churches, the Dean of Students at Eastbrook Academy and bible teacher at Calvary Chapel Academy in Florida. John is currently an area rep for Brevard County FCA in Florida and is an FCA Endurance teammate who has competed in 29 marathons to date with the 30th scheduled for early next year. We’re going to learn about his life long dedication to the LORD starting at age 24 and how he has shared the gospel and made disciples along the way - even while running marathons.

John is very active on Facebook where you can find him frequently posting on the FCA Endurance page, and you can also support him here. Where to find FCA Endurance:

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website:https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

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- Anchor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Welcome to the race podcast brought to you by FCA Endurance where our goal is to unite, equip, and encourage Christian endurance athletes in their quest to see the world changed for Christ at the local huddle level and across the globe. I’m your host Andy Peterson and in this episode I have the pleasure of presenting to you our second annual FCA Endurance End of Season Celebration, led by your host Mark Long along with with Beth Crompton providing ministry news and updates. We hear from huddle leaders and ministry athletes who share faith stories and ministry happenings, and how the LORD is using them and this ministry to make Himself known and expand Christ’s kingdom as we as his followers make disciples.

I had the privilege of also being on the call, and having just listened to it, it is apparent that the LORD has blessed FCA Endurance over the past year as ministries expand through bible studies, huddles, and other activities. That the Love of Christ is predominant in the lives of his followers on this call as heard through the testimonies of so many who love the LORD and are dedicated to this ministry is an overwhelming indication that there is a lot of momentum going into 2026. God’s grace is evident and plentiful in this ministry, and so if you want to be inspired, if you want to gain wisdom, if you want to be encouraged, then listen in to this wonderful celebration. You will be glad you did.

LINKS FROM EPISODE

https://seniortriathletes.com

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website:https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

FCA Endurance Podcast Links - Listen to us here:

- Apple: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-race-an-fca-endurance-podcast/id1677648255⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- Anchor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Welcome to The Race podcast brought to you by FCA Endurance where our goal is to unite, equip, and encourage Christian endurance athletes in their quest to see the world changed for Christ at the local huddle level and across the globe. This is Part 2 of my interview with David Van Epps about his book that I would highly recommend titled, “In Our Weakness We Are Strong”, the link to which is available below

Part 2 Summary

In Part 2 we discuss the Three Ts (Time, Talent, and Treasure) and Three Ps (Purpose, Passion, and Priorities) and how they can be used to glorify Christ.

We also talk about budgeting your time, finding joy in running, addressing spiritual challenges with spiritual discipline, the fruits of the Spirit, practicing patience and self control, and much more. Join us as we discuss Chapters 6 through 12.

Follow David on X @DEVanEpps

Website: https://davevanepps.com/

David's books on Amazon: Link

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website:https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

FCA Endurance Podcast Links - Listen to us here:

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- Anchor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

In this episode I have the pleasure of talking with David VanEpps about his book that I would highly recommend titled, “In Our Weakness We Are Strong”.

There is so much information in this little book that we had to split this episode into two parts. In this first section, we get to know who Dave is and how he came to a saving faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. We also learn his life was like before that life changing decision, and how God has used him since then. He tells why he wrote the book, and we discuss the true definition of winning, the importance of being thankful, and many more lessons he’s learned while training for, and racing in, his first few endurance events.

I really enjoyed talking with Dave. He’s personable, humble, approachable, and a great story teller, which comes through not only in this interview, but in his book as well.

LINKS:

In Our Weakness We Are Strong - Get the Book

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website:https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

FCA Endurance Podcast Links - Listen to us here:

- Apple: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-race-an-fca-endurance-podcast/id1677648255⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- Anchor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

In this episode we share a comeback story unlike any other we’ve discussed on this show. Well, to call it a comeback is to do a disservice to the journey that our guest has been on.

On February 16th of this year, FCA Endurance Teammate, father of nine, and a husband to one for 34 years, and age group All American Bill Deaton hopped on his bike for another training ride. But it wasn’t just another training ride. Bill had planned to ride 25 miles - something he had done hundreds of times before, in his attempt to once again podium at the next race in his age group.

But this ride did not end well for Bill - no, far from it. The story I’m about to share is one that every cyclist dreads - and unfortunately, one that happens far too often. Maybe it happened to someone you know. Maybe it happened to you. It reminds me of the old saying: That there are two kinds of cyclists, those who have crashed, and those who will. And of those who will, the worst scenario generally involves a car, with getting hit by a truck being at the height of the severity scale. Yet that is exactly what happened to Bill. It is his prayer and hope that his story glorifies God and encourages you.

Despite his familiarity with podiums, Bill is not comfortable being in the spotlight, but he’ll happily step into it if there is a chance it will glorify his King - the Lord Jesus Christ.You can reach Bill on Facebook.

LINKS:

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website:https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

FCA Endurance Podcast Links - Listen to us here:

- Apple: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-race-an-fca-endurance-podcast/id1677648255⁠⁠⁠⁠

- Anchor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Social Media:

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- ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/FCA_Endurance⁠⁠⁠⁠

ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

Thank you for tuning in and supporting FCA Endurance and The Race Podcast!

I Am Weak, I Am Strong: Building a Resilient Faith for a Resilient Life, with Jay Hewitt

After receiving a devastating brain cancer diagnosis, Jay Hewitt had a decision to make: Should he give up on faith, or practice what he preached and trust that with God all things are possible? In his book I Am Weak, I Am Strong, Jay chronicles his journey of turning toward Jesus even when circumstances urged him to turn away. Faith in action for Jay included competing in an IRONMAN triathlon while undergoing cancer treatment. His race was a grand gesture of love for his young daughter—and a call to resilience for all of us.

In this episode, we talk about some of the key points of his book:

• We’re going to try and understand the counterintuitive wisdom of strength in weakness

• Learn to discern God’s calling for your life

• Live with resilience in the face of any trial

• Discover how God moves mountains--even when you least expect it

• Feel empowered to pray authentically, boldly, and continually

So, for anyone who is searching for hope in anxiety and grief, needs validation and compassion in times of doubt, is curious about faith in the face of death, or longs for a more authentic relationship with God, then this episode, and Jay’s book, is for you.

Jay's Links:

• Website: https://www.jayhewitt.org/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayhewitt/
• The Book: ⁠I Am Weak, I Am Strong, Building a Resilient Faith for a Resilient Life⁠
• The Documentary: https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Hero-Jay-Hewitt/dp/B0CMZZ2WVC
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JayHewitt

Other Links:

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website:https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

FCA Endurance Podcast Links - Listen to us here:

- Apple: ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-race-an-fca-endurance-podcast/id1677648255⁠⁠⁠

- Anchor: ⁠⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Social Media:

- ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/fcaendurance⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fcaendurance/⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/FCA_Endurance⁠⁠⁠

ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD

In this, the last episode of 2024, FCA Endurance Director Mark Long leads a discussion with various huddle leaders, ministry partners, professional athletes and friends of the ministry on what made 2024 such a blessing. We welcome you to celebrate with us and join us in thanksgiving and worship as we acknowledge God and thank Him for what He's so graciously given.

And thank you for tuning in and supporting FCA Endurance and The Race Podcast in 2024, and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!

FCA Endurance Website: https://fcaendurance.org/

FCA Endurance Patreon Website: https://www.patreon.com/FCAEndurancePodcast

FCA Endurance Podcast Links - Listen to us here:

- Apple: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-race-an-fca-endurance-podcast/id1677648255⁠⁠

- Anchor: ⁠⁠https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zkLn44jFqzb⁠⁠

- iHeart: ⁠⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-race-an-fca-endurance-110797143/⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Podcast YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLejOc107AII1wHNDrwCfkbT1EfGAHRSRo⁠⁠

FCA Endurance Social Media:

- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/fcaendurance⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/fcaendurance/⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/FCA_Endurance⁠⁠

ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD